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Peer reviewedWatts, Pauline Moffitt – OAH Magazine of History, 1991
Discusses Columbus's motivation for his explorations. Argues that his ideas of geography and navigation were not novel but based on ancient and medieval sources. Claims that Columbus was motivated by a belief that his destiny was to carry Christianity to pagans, thereby ushering in the end of the world and final judgment. (DK)
Descriptors: Beliefs, Christianity, Cultural Influences, European History
